kosher
adjective/ˈkoʊʃər/
Frequency rank: #9,965 most common English word
Meaning
Conforming to Jewish dietary laws; (informal) legitimate, proper, or acceptable.
Example sentence
The restaurant is certified kosher, so all the ingredients meet strict dietary standards.
Synonyms & related words
- certified
- legitimate
- proper
- acceptable
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